Archives: Destinations

Vacations are meant to be fun. It should be a time to unwind, soak in the scenery and enjoy some much-needed, well-deserved R&R. Sound about right? Then you’ve landed in the right place. Lake County offers a vacation full of nature, adventure, show-stopping cuisine, and some of the friendliest locals around. Come along and discover a perfectly pleasing vacation destination for everyone in your group.  

Chicago is one of my top cities, and Jen—a friend of mine who lives there—is always down to host. Even better, she lives in the center of a killer cityscape, surrounded by award-winning museums, creative restaurants, and idyllic beaches.

The most popular queer travel destinations in the U.S. have typically been located on the coasts. Thankfully, times have changed.

If you’re headed to the Northeastern part of the US but tired of the everyone’s-been-there-done-that tourist traps, don’t worry—this part of the country has its fair share of weird and wonderful places that are off the beaten path.

Tucked away from the crowds and surrounded by acres of towering trees, you’ll discover a wonder of nature: cool, gemstone-colored freshwater bubbling from deep below the surface. The picturesque calm is inviting for nature lovers, families, and those seeking pure rejuvenation. Enjoy the springs with a refreshing swim, kickback in an innertube, or paddle through the water on a kayak or paddleboard. Relax on the sandy shorelines, explore surrounding trails, or simply bask in the unfiltered beauty.